A Beginner's Guide to AI Your Wisdom, Bottled: Dan Thompson Explains the Magic of the 'Wisdom Engine'
Apr 30, 2025
Dan Thompson, CEO of Sensay, specializes in creating virtual humans and wisdom engines that replicate human knowledge. In this discussion, he reveals how AI can preserve institutional memory and assist in tasks like job preparation. Dan shares fascinating applications, from HR bots to companionship for the elderly, emphasizing that personalization is key. He also explores the future of these technologies in enhancing creativity and knowledge transfer—ultimately highlighting the powerful role of digital replicas in our lives.
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What is a Wisdom Engine?
- Wisdom Engines combine personality, situational awareness, and knowledge into a digital replica of a person.
- This AI-driven replica captures and extends human wisdom beyond basic chatbots.
Replica for HR and Email Drafting
- Dan Thompson's HR replica pre-screens candidates before he interviews them.
- His replica drafts emails with 85-95% accuracy, boosting productivity by handling routine communications.
Preventing Knowledge Drain
- Replicas preserve tacit knowledge from retiring or leaving employees for organizations.
- This solves the massive knowledge drain issue that many businesses and governments face today.